Dyslexia

February 11, 2008|JENNIFER ELLIS five7four.com

According to The International Dyslexia Association, dyslexia is a language-based learning disability that refers to a cluster of symptoms which cause problems in specific language skills such as reading. There are many symptoms associated with dyslexia, but, according to the Michigan Dyslexia Institute, these symptoms vary in accordance with the severity of the individual's case of dyslexia. Some symptoms include not understanding what is said, slowness in speech development, difficulty following directions, and difficulty expressing oneself. The IDA says that an exact cause of dyslexia has not yet been pinpointed, however, studies have shown that the brains of people suffering from dyslexia develop and function differently than those of people who do not have dyslexia. Sources: The International Dyslexia AssociationMichigan Dyslexia Institute, Inc.Learning Disabilities Association of America